GRC Report Staff

California & French Privacy Agencies Sign Cooperation Agreement

On June 25, 2024, the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) and France's Commission Nationale de l'Informatique et des Libertés (CNIL) signed a landmark declaration of cooperation in Paris. This agreement aims to strengthen efforts in safeguarding personal information and advancing privacy rights across borders.

Japanese Financial Watchdog Recommends Administrative Action Against MUFG Group Entities

The Securities and Exchange Surveillance Commission (SESC) has recommended that administrative disciplinary action be taken against MUFG Bank, Ltd. (MUBK), Mitsubishi UFJ Morgan Stanley Securities Co., Ltd. (MUMSS), and Morgan Stanley MUFG Securities Co., Ltd. (MSMS). This decision follows a comprehensive inspection revealing serious violations under the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act (FIEA).

NHS Cyber Attack: Synnovis Data Breach Prompts Urgent Response

Synnovis, a pathology laboratory handling blood tests for multiple NHS organizations in South East London, has fallen victim to a cyber attack, triggering concerns over potential data exposure affecting NHS patients.

Sikorsky Support Services Inc. and Derco Aerospace Inc. Settle False Claims Allegations with $70 Million Payment

Sikorsky Support Services Inc. (SSSI) and Derco Aerospace Inc., subsidiaries of United Technologies Corporation at the time of the alleged misconduct, have reached a $70 million settlement with the United States Department of Justice over False Claims Act violations. The settlement resolves accusations that the companies overcharged the U.S. Navy for spare parts and materials essential for naval aircraft maintenance.

Australia's Sustainable Finance Roadmap: Navigating Compliance and ESG Integration

Australia's financial sector is poised for a transformative journey as it embraces the Sustainable Finance Roadmap, a pivotal strategy unveiled by Treasurer Hon Jim Chalmers MP. This roadmap not only charts a course towards a sustainable economy but also mandates stringent compliance measures and integrates Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations into financial practices.

U.S. Treasury Initiates Sanctions Blitz: Targets Drug Cartel in Mexico and Russian Nationals

In a multifaceted effort to bolster national security and combat international illicit activities, the U.S. Department of the Treasury has announced a series of sanctions targeting significant threats from Mexico's La Nueva Familia Michoacana drug cartel and Russian nationals under Executive Order 14024. These actions aim to disrupt drug trafficking networks and address emerging challenges in global security.

Apple Delays AI Feature Launch in Europe, Citing Regulatory Compliance Concerns

In a move set to impact European users, Apple Inc. announced on Friday its decision to delay the launch of three new artificial intelligence features in Europe until 2025. The delay, attributed to compliance issues with European Union competition rules under the Digital Markets Act (DMA), marks a significant divergence from the features' rollout scheduled for this fall in the United States.